John & Kristin Howell | Apostolic Singles Network

January 2004

The Idea

Around January 2004, I had this idea. Why not create a website that was totally focused on bringing Apostolic singles together? I didn't want it to be the typical "dating" site. I wanted something that functioned more as a resource for singles, with the bonus of maybe finding a soulmate along the way.

I was living in Florida at the time and found myself wanting to meet someone I could spend the rest of my life with. Someone that would complement me and I her. I had done all the typical things to meet girls, even dated a few, but I never found that special someone.

July 2004

ASN Was Born

I had been playing around with building websites and decided, why not build one that would focus on networking Apostolic singles together? I could have fun, at least have someone to chat with, and possibly meet someone. So in July 2004, Apostolic Singles Network was born.

During those early days I made so many friends and got carpal tunnel from typing so much. It was fun though. The nights alone in my apartment were over. I had friends from all over the world to talk to.

Then This Amazing Thing Happened

Beth, a member of ASN, told her friend Kristin about the site. Reluctantly, Kristin decided to join.

Well, being the admin, I got to look at all the profiles first and I thought to myself, "Dude, this girl is just fine." Honestly, I didn't think I had a chance. But as the Lord would have it, Kristin and I connected.

She needed help uploading more pictures. Sure thing, I would be happy to help. Next thing you know, she is chatting with me in the chat room. Started with a question, I am sure, but I didn't care. She could have asked me anything.

The Phone Call

My typing abilities really improved over the next few weeks until I finally got the nerve to ask if I could call. You know what? She said yes.

I just about got kicked out of my apartment for yelling "THANK YOU JESUS" repeatedly until I nearly had the cops called on me.

The Texas accent I heard on the other end of the phone did me in. From that moment, all my available energy and mental power went into figuring out how in the world I was going to keep from messing this up.

Kristin lived in Baytown, Texas and I lived in Pensacola, Florida. It is all interstate between us, and I-10 is an inch thicker because of all the tire tread I laid down making the trips back and forth.

Love had stolen my heart and I didn't want it back.

December 2005

The Rest Is History

We got married in December 2005 and have been so happy ever since. What started as a simple idea to help Apostolic singles connect became something so much bigger than I ever imagined. It connected me with the love of my life, and it has done the same for over 1,000 other couples.

Apostolic Singles Network made it possible, and for that I am forever thankful.